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Rockets' Toughest Five-Game Stretches of the 2025-26 NBA Season

The 2025-26 NBA schedule is officially out, with plenty of buzz surrounding the league's top teams. This season, the hierarchy is expected to look a bit different, especially in the Western Conference.

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What is the Most Challenging Stretch of Games for the Rockets this Season?

With the release of the NBA schedule, we are starting to have a better idea of how the NBA season could play out. Of course, unlike the NFL, where the regular season spans 18 weeks, the NBA's 82-game schedule isn't always as easy to analyze.

Rafael Stone News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 16

Rockets' Rafael Stone Ranked as NBA's Sixth-Best Front Office Executive

Rafael Stone had quite a bit of work to do upon taking over as the Houston Rockets General Manager. The Rockets were one of the NBA's oldest teams and were quite devoid of draft capital.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 16

‘Different’: Kevin Durant Comments on New Rockets' Teammate

Having played for five teams across the NBA now, superstar Kevin Durant has seen his fair share of star teammates. From Russell Westbrook and James Harden on the young OKC Thunder, to the all-time Golden State trio of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, and plenty more in Brooklyn and Phoenix.

Rockets Around the Web

Rockets' blockbuster deal for Kevin Durant predicted to age well · Sporting News

Rockets would have beaten Bulls even if Michael Jordan didn't retire, says champ · Sporting News

Heat trade player they refused to include in Kevin Durant talks before Rockets deal · Sporting News

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The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz

Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 20 point-per-game NBA seasons leaders' quiz

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 16

Hawks move to add big-man depth with Rockets G League standout

In terms of a low-cost, under-the-radar pickup, the Hawks may have hit this move out of the park.

Four-time All-Star's contract status puts pressure on Hawks in 2025-26

Report reveals Trae Young’s plan amid rumored discontent with Hawks

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 16

The Rockets Need A Microwave Scorer From The Bench

The Houston Rockets have locked in who their top-end talents will be next season. Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson will be the team's best players throughout next season.

Kevin Durant News / NBA Analysis Network / August 16

The team Kevin Durant wanted to join are targeting a different MVP, they weren’t interested in new Rockets star

The team Kevin Durant wanted to be traded to, instead of the Houston Rockets, weren’t interested in him. Kevin Durant’s trade to the Houston Rockets was the biggest move of the offseason.

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / August 16

What to Expect From the Rockets’ Opening Schedule in 2025-26

The Houston Rockets’ 2025-26 schedule has been announced. Much has been made of Houston’s significant increase in nationally televised games next season (28).

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 16

Jeff Teague On Kevin Durant: ‘I Don’t Think He Has The Ability To Elevate A Team’

Kevin Durant’s résumé is nearly bulletproof — multiple titles, MVP honors, scoring crowns, and a reputation as one of the greatest pure scorers in NBA history.

Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16

Rockets had the most bizarre schedule release video

The Houston Rockets tried to get a little too quirky with their schedule release video for next season. On Thursday, the NBA released its full schedule for the 2025-26 campaign.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Heat refused to trade one player for Kevin Durant

The Miami Heat were among the teams interested in Kevin Durant at the time he was traded to the Houston Rockets.

Miami Heat trade away former NBA Finals piece

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / August 15

Brian Windhorst says he loves what Jabari Smith told Houston Rockets the moment they drafted him, predicts his future

Jabari Smith Jr. was one of the most touted players coming out of college as he had stellar performances for Auburn. The 22-year-old was expected to be picked first overall by the Orlando Magic, but slipped to third overall in the 2022 NBA Draft and was selected by the Houston Rockets.

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The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

The 'Season rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

The '2023 NFL AP second-team All-Pro' quiz

Rafael Stone News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 15

Yahoo Sports: Rockets' Rafael Stone is NBA's Best at Drafting Players

Although it was unknown at the time, Rafael Stone was the perfect person to spearhead the Houston Rockets front office at the time he inherited the job.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Ex-NBA All-Star Fires Shots at Kevin Durant for Lack of Leadership

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is one of the most talented players to ever pick up a basketball. Unfortunately, many people think he’s been cursed by lacking some of the intangibles required to win at the highest level.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 15

Rockets' Lack of Back-to-Backs Early Could Help Them Get Off to Fast Start

The 2025-26 full schedule was released on Thursday as all 30 teams now know who and when they will be playing for at least 80 of the 82 games, with two games still to be determined after the NBA Cup Group play.

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / August 15

Austin Rivers Recalls Wild Rockets Huddles With James Harden and Mike D’Antoni

Despite never winning an NBA championship, the Houston Rockets were among the greatest teams of the 2010s. Led by James Harden, Houston became home to one of the highest-octane offenses in NBA history.

Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 15

Rockets' Guard Fred VanVleet Due for Bounce-Back Season

Heading into this offseason, there were questions as to whether or not Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet would return. He originally had a $40 million team option for the 2025-26 season, but it was unlikely the organization would pick it up after trading for Kevin Durant.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / August 15

Predicting Every Rockets Player's Points Per Game Next Season

The Houston Rockets have shifted into high gear this offseason, taking the jump from rebuild to championship contender. In a franchise-altering move, GM Rafael Stone orchestrated a record-breaking, seven-team trade to bring Kevin Durant to Houston, sacrificing Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and draft capital (2025 No.